Whether you believe it or not, your lashes have the ability to make or break your look. They can instantly turn your eyes from sleepy to wide-awake, and enhance a beautiful eyeshadow look for that extra pop.

A lot of make-up wearers have expressed their dissatisfaction with their mascaras - or mascaras in general. They might be too clumpy, tend to smudge or worse, have no effect whatsoever on their lashes. In truth, choosing a good mascara requires a lot of thought, just as one would do with moisturisers and other essential products.

Choosing the right formula for you

If you have oily eyelids, a waterproof mascara would be perfect to avoid smudges. If you have particularly sensitive eyes or prefer to have an easy wash routine, a non-waterproof one would be ideal. Last but not least, if you have to work long hours, juggle multiple roles and want to look great at all times, a long-lasting mascara would be the perfect sidekick.

Once you have decided on what would work best for you, you can then focus on what enhancing factor you would like to incorporate into your eye make-up routine.

How to apply mascara the right way

Step 1: Choose the right mascara

After following the steps mentioned above, you should be able to discern which mascara would work best in terms of both formula and consistency.

Step 2: Line your eyes with eyeliner first

It is an unspoken rule whereby the eyeliner should be drawn on first. This would allow some time for the eyeliner to dry, so you can then move on to the next step.

Step 3: Curl your eyelashes

Whether you are for eyelash curlers or not, there is no doubt that it does make a difference. It’s best not to skimp on the curler, just so your eyelashes can look the best it can. Clamp your upper lashes with the eyelash curler, before closing it and holding it for a few seconds. Repeat if necessary.

Step 4: Apply the mascara

Load your brush up with the product. Wipe any excess (if any) off the brush before coating your lashes from the roots of your lashes. Wiggle it around to ensure that every single part of your lash is coated with the pigment.

Step 5: Finish off with a top coat

As with any product, it is best to add a finishing touch. When it comes to mascara, a top coat would help to hold the lashes’ curled and volumised position. Come rain or shine, tears or smile, your lashes are guaranteed to look perfect at all times, thanks to the top coat which serves as a product sealant.

Five common mascara mistakes to avoid

1. Coating just the top

The perfect way to apply mascara is to start at the very roots of the lashes, and make your way up slowly. Avoid starting at the top, because most of the product would then sit at the top instead of at the bottom, and weigh your lashes down.

2. Swiping instead of wiggling

Another common mistake that mascara wearers often commit is swiping the product on their lashes. Get the most out of your product by wiggling the mascara wand and brush from the roots of your lashes, and in a left-to-right or zigzag motion, slowly make your way up. Repeat if necessary.

3. Using old mascara

Every mascara product has the same shelf life: six months at most. Anything longer than that will increase your risk of getting infections or adding clump to your mascara.

4. Pumping the mascara brush into the tube repeatedly

When it comes to loading the product onto your mascara brush, avoid pumping it into the tube. This will introduce air into the product, which will cause it to dry out faster. The right way to do it is to twist the wand in the tube to catch most of the pigment.

5. Not curling the lashes (or curling it at the wrong time)

As mentioned earlier, eyelash curlers do make a difference as to how curled your lashes end up. Get the most out of your mascara by curling it before applying your mascara. Remember to curl your lashes before mascara application, and not the other way round. Curling it after will risk your lashes sticking to the curler, or worse, break off halfway.

In a world where big eyes and double lids were once praised for being beautiful, people are beginning to appreciate that Asian beauties have their unique kind of beauty to offer. The almond shape, monolid and famous epicanthic fold have their own charms and can make certain make-up looks pop.

So, if you are still struggling to come to terms with that, worry not. There are multiple ways you can play with eye make-up for Asian eyes, most of which are easily accessible through YouTube simply by typing ‘Asian eye make-up tutorial’. Gone are the days where those with Asian eyes would say that smokey eye make-up won’t fit them, or eyeliners won’t suit them.

While looking for inspiration for your next make-up look, sift through the list below to see the best types of make-up that would truly flatter your Asian eyes, and how to do them:

The Asian Smokey Eye

Smokey eye make-up for Asian eyes can be quite tricky to pull off, but it is not entirely impossible. One needs to make a couple of tweaks here and there to cater to the monolid, and here’s how to pull off the perfect smokey look:

1. Prime your eyes

Almost everyone has oily eyelids, and when it comes to Asian eyes, it can be even more prominent especially since there isn’t a second lid to catch all the grease. Hence, those with monolids should never skip primer, especially on the eyes. A primer will lock down any liner or shadow that you put on, and you would never have to worry about it budging. Don’t have a primer? Don’t worry, this can easily be solved with a dab of concealer on the eyelids.

2. Draw the liner on

Typically, most people would put some eyeshadow on before lining their eyes, but since we are discussing eyeliner for Asian eyes, it is best to get this part down pat - preferably with a black water proof eye pencil. It is important that you use a waterproof eyeliner, as it won’t move around the lid - especially if it is a monolid. Next, using the side of the eyeliner pencil, create a smudgy, smoky line as close as possible to your lashes. Make your way up and stop right before your crease. Remember to relax your eyes when you do this so you know exactly when to stop, and if any of your work can be seen.

3. Add eyeshadow

You can experiment with any colour you want; all you need is a good eyeshadow Choose a transitional colour, and make your way up slowly, switching colours that are in the same family if you prefer. Note that the colour should become lighter and lighter as you go further up.

4. Blend it all out

The colours and the shadows should be seamlessly blended together to the point where any skin shouldn’t peek out from between your shadow and liner. A safe way to do this is to take a neutral shadow like a light brown one, and keep blending with a brush.

5. Optional: add a smudgy liner to the bottom lash

Apply the same liner you used for your top lid just below the lash line of your bottom line. This helps to create a wide-eyed effect, and concentrating the shadow on the outer corners and sweeping it towards the middle would make your eyes look bigger and sultrier.

6. Curl the lashes

Most Asians have either short or long lashes that are straight. However, this can easily be fixed with a trusty eye curler. It is an essential part of any eye make-up, especially when mascara is involved. Hold your lashes between the curlers and press it down for a few seconds, and make sure your lashes are properly curled before moving on to the next step.

7. Coat the lashes with mascara

Choosing the right mascara for your eyelashes also plays a big role in how your eye make-up turns out. A mascara like the wonder perfect mascara would be perfect to add curl, length, definition and volume to the Asian eye. On top of that, the mascara also protects the lashes and promotes healthier, thicker growth.

8. Groom the brows

Once your smokey eye is ready, make sure to pay some attention to your brows. Even if the star of the show is the smokey eye, the eyebrows need to be groomed in a way that they will complement the smokey eye instead of competing with it. First, take eye brow pencil and draw soft, hair-like strokes before brushing them in place. Then, you are all set.

The Easy Eyeliner Wing

Mastering the eyeliner for Asian eyes, especially when it comes to executing the perfect cat liner or wing liner can be quite a feat. Just as long as you know your eye shape well, you will be able to pull off the perfect eyeliner look. Here’s a basic guide:

1. Choose the right formula and type

As mentioned earlier, it is important that a waterproof eyeliner is chosen for any look that involves eyeliner. If you prefer a softer look, then an eyeliner pencil would suit your taste, but if you would like a stronger, precise look, a liquid eyeliner would be perfect for the job. If you prefer to have more control over your hand and drawing, opt for a gel eyeliner instead.

2. Know your eye shape

There is no such thing as just one type of Asian eye. A huge part of drawing the perfect eyeliner is to study the shape of your eye and knowing where you would like your liner to be.

3. Draw the line

There might be a lot of pressure when it comes to drawing the perfect triangle of a winged liner, especially when it involves a liquid or gel liner. Worry not, you can easily fix your mistakes with a cotton bud and an eye make-up remover. Start drawing from the corner of your eye, in a straight line upwards towards your brow bone. At this point, decide how thick you would like your liner to be, and slowly join the tip of your wing to the corner and middle of your eye.

4. Fill in the gaps

By now, you should have a triangle between the corner of your eye and slightly towards your brow bone. Fill this blank space with the liner. Remember to do this carefully, or you might cross the outline and change the shape completely.

5. Optional: line the rest of your eyes

Depending on your preference, you might think that lining only the outer corners would look better on you as it brings on a more feline feel. However, for a bigger, more defined look, continue lining the rest of your eyes, remaining as close as possible to your lash line. Now, you are all set.nswer richtext

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